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3Spoonies: On Conspiracy Theories: Community Questions Episode Number: 67.5, 5 November 2026     What if Paul McCartney died in 1966 and was secretly replaced? What if Right Said Fred were blacklisted by the Illuminati? And what if every pigeon you've ever seen is actually a government surveillance drone? In this bonus Halloween episode we take a lighter-hearted look at some of the strangest consp...

3Spoonies: On Conspiracy Theories Episode Number: 67, 29 October 2026   It's Halloween, so we're diving into some of the strangest, most controversial and most harmful conspiracy theories we've encountered. In this special episode we explore conspiracy theories ranging from anti-vaccine misinformation and cancer cure myths to eugenics, disability benefits, mobility scooters and even claims about w...

3Spoonies: On Long Covid: Community Questions Episode Number: 66.5, 22 October 2026   What’s the difference between Long COVID and ME/CFS? Can getting sick again make Long COVID worse? How do you avoid infections when germs are everywhere? And how on earth do you explain chronic fatigue to someone else? In this Community Questions episode we are joined once again by Amy Butterworth and Emma Bracke...

3Spoonies: On Long Covid Episode Number: 66, 15 October 2026    In this episode we are joined by Amy Butterworth and Emma Brackenbury for an open and honest conversation about living with Long COVID and the enormous impact it can have on your health, work, identity and everyday life. Long COVID doesn't look the same for everyone. Symptoms can change, fluctuate and appear unexpectedly, while things...

3Spoonies: On Camping when Disabled: Community Questions Episode Number: 65.5, 8 October 2026     How do you keep medication refrigerated while camping? What's the easiest way to transport all your gear when you're disabled? And how do you keep phones, medical devices and other essential gadgets charged when you're living in a tent? In this 3Spoonies Community Questions episode, we answer your pra...

3Spoonies: On Camping when Disabled Episode Number: 65, 1 October 2026   Can you still go camping when you're disabled or chronically ill — and what can make it actually manageable? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we share our experiences of camping at different stages of disability, from Scouts and LARP events to Claire's recent experience of accessible camping at Download Festival. We talk about c...

3Spoonies On Being Healthcare Professional with a Chronic Illness: Community Questions Episode Number: 64.5 Date: 24th September    Should you have surgery where you work? How do you ask for workplace adjustments? And what do you do when health needs start to feel… visible? In this Community Questions episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined again by Shelley Gautam to answer real questions from healthca...

3Spoonies On Being Healthcare Professional with a Chronic Illness Episode Number: 64 Date  17th September 2026   What happens when a healthcare professional becomes the patient? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined by Shelley Gautam to talk about the reality of working in healthcare while living with a chronic illness. From burnout and undiagnosed illness to remote work, career pivots and na...

3Spoonies On Preparing for the Peaks: Community Questions Episode Number: 63  Date: 10th September 2026   How do you get back into work after taking time off? How do you stop yourself overcommitting months in advance? And how do you survive the run-up to Christmas without completely burning out? In this Community Questions episode of 3Spoonies, we answer listener questions about workload managemen...

3Spoonies On Preparing for the Peaks  Episode Number: 63 Date: 3rd September 2026     How do you prepare for busy periods when your energy is limited? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re talking about preparing for the peaks — those busy seasons, unexpected projects, looming deadlines and periods where work suddenly explodes. But what happens when you’re self-employed, disabled, neurodivergent or...

3Spoonies On Representation on TV: Community Questions  Episode Number: 62.5 Date: 27th August 2026     Want to work in TV, acting, editing or scriptwriting? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined again by Samantha Renke to answer community questions from students about breaking into the television industry. Samantha shares honest, practical advice on building confidence, using social media, g...

3Spoonies On Representation on TV Episode Number: 62 Date: 20th August 2026     How far has disability representation on TV really come? In this episode, we’re joined by Samantha Renke for an honest, powerful and often funny conversation about disability in television, media and advertising. Samantha shares her experiences working in TV, the reality behind the famous Maltesers advert, online troll...

3Spoonies On Sensory Engagement and Overwhelm: Community Questions  Episode Number: 61.5 Date: 13th August 2026     Can fluorescent lights really cause sensory overload? What can you do if work uniforms feel unbearable? And is it okay to ask for adjustments during exams? In this Community Questions episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined again by Dr Joanna Grace to answer real questions about sensory o...

3Spoonies On Sensory Engagement and Overwhelm Episode Number: 61 Date: 6th August 2026   Why do some environments feel instantly overwhelming? Why can noise, clutter, lighting or even a switched-on plug socket feel exhausting for neurodivergent people? And why do shutdowns and meltdowns happen? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined by Dr Joanna Grace to explore the science behind sensory enga...

3Spoonies On Language and Labels: Community Questions Episode Number: 60.5 Date: 30th July 2026 What happens when a label helps you understand yourself… but also changes how other people see you? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we discuss language, labels and identity — from disability and chronic illness to neurodiversity, race, mental health and representation. We explore the labels that helped us...

3Spoonies On Language and Labels Episode Number: 60 Date: 23rd July 2026     What happens when a label helps you understand yourself… but also changes how other people see you? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we discuss language, labels and identity — from disability and chronic illness to neurodiversity, race, mental health and representation. We explore the labels that helped us, the ones that hur...

3Spoonies: On PTSD: Community Questions  Episode Number: 59.5 Date: 16th July 2026   How do you manage PTSD triggers, find grounding techniques that still work, or access therapy if leaving the house feels unsafe? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined again by wellbeing specialist Christine Spencer to answer community questions about PTSD, trauma recovery and mental health support. We discuss...

3Spoonies On PTSD   Episode Number: 59 Date: 9th July 20206   What is PTSD, how does it show up, and how can you support someone living with it? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined by mental health and wellbeing specialist Christine Spencer for an honest and informative conversation about PTSD, trauma, triggers and recovery. We discuss: What PTSD actually is The difference between PTSD and...

3Spoonies: Accessible Web Design: Community Questions Episode Number: 58.5 Date: 2nd July   How do you choose accessible website colours? Are captchas excluding users? What’s the best way to display lots of images on mobile without slowing your site down? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we welcome back digital accessibility expert Chris Naylor to answer community questions on accessible web design,...

3Spoonies: Accessible Web Design  Episode Number: 58 Date: 25th June 2026   Is your website accessible — or quietly turning people away? In this episode of 3Spoonies, we’re joined by digital accessibility expert Chris Naylor to talk about accessible website design, user experience, SEO and why most businesses are missing a huge opportunity online. We discuss: Why website accessibility still isn’t...

3Spoonies: Cooking When Disabled Community Questions Episode Number: 57.5 Date: 18th June   How do you make meal planning easier when you’re already exhausted? Are reusable alternatives worth it if cleaning them takes too much energy? And what happens when long COVID changes your sense of taste and smell? In this Community Questions episode of 3Spoonies, we answer real questions from listeners abo...

3Spoonies: Cooking When Disabled Episode Number: 57 Date: 11th June Cooking while disabled isn’t just about recipes — it’s about energy, safety, accessibility and adapting everyday tasks to work for your body. In this episode of 3Spoonies, we discuss the realities of cooking with chronic illness, fatigue, pain, mobility issues, sensory struggles and limited dexterity. We talk about: meal prep and...

3Spoonies Episode Number 56.5, 4th June With Karen Duncan, Jo O’Neil and Claire Napper    This is the Season 7 finale of the 3Spoonies Podcast, where we answer your community questions about cerebral palsy, accessibility, disability in business, and balancing health with work. Joined once again by Vicki Wilson, founder of Vicki Admin Fairy, we discuss real-world accessibility, advocating for inclu...

3Spoonies Episode Number 56, 28th May 2026 With Karen Duncan , Jo O’Neil and Claire Napper    What is it really like living with cerebral palsy as an adult? In this powerful episode we’re joined by Vicki, who shares her lived experience navigating cerebral palsy, healthcare systems, independence, and disability advocacy. Vicki explains how cerebral palsy affects people differently, why adult suppo...

3Spoonies Episode Number 55.5, 21st May 2026 With Karen Duncan, Jo O’Neil and Claire Napper    In this community questions episode, we explore the real-world difference between inclusive technology and intrusive technology — and how small digital decisions can have a big impact on accessibility, trust, and autonomy. This episode is about choice, clarity, and control — and why technology should ada...